Episode 8: Esther Zimmerman Interview
In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, hosts Petra and Laurie welcome AKC judge Esther Zimmerman. Esther shares her extensive experience in dog training and judging, discussing her journey ...
25 Aug 20251h 19min
Random Reflections: Foundations
In this episode of Random Reflections, Petra and Laurie discuss the importance of returning to foundations. They share personal experiences and insights on how revisiting basic skills can enhance a do...
25 Aug 202528min
SPECIAL EDITION: NOC 2025 Recap
In this Special Edition episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Laurie and Petra discuss the National Obedience Championship (NOC), sharing insights on the competition's structure, the mental challe...
25 Aug 20251h 18min
Episode 7: Donald Bruckner Interview
In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, host Petra Ford interviews her student Donald Bruckner about his dog training journey. Students often think they are the only ones struggling. That’s ...
25 Aug 20251h 5min
Random Reflections: Training Partners
In this episode of Random Reflections, Petra and Laurie discuss the essential qualities of a good training partner. They emphasize the importance of following instructions, being invested in the train...
25 Aug 202529min
Episode 6: How To Handle Errors, Part Two
In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Lauri discuss the various reasons why errors occur in dog training, emphasizing the importance of identifying the root cause of these errors...
25 Aug 20251h 23min
Episode 5: How To Handle Errors, Part One
In this episode of the Canine Connection podcast, Petra and Laurie discuss the human side of errors in dog training. They explore the emotional impact of mistakes, the importance of maintaining a posi...
25 Aug 20251h 8min
Episode 4: Clear Communication Part Two
In this episode of the K9 Connection podcast, Petra and Laurie continue their discussion on Clear Communication. They discuss the critical aspects of clear communication in dog training. They emphasiz...
25 Aug 202556min
